Saily alternative for travelers to China
Saily is NordVPN's travel eSIM, known for its app and built-in security features. If you're heading to China and want reliable no-VPN access plus real bilingual support, SinoConnection (华人通) is a strong alternative.
Updated July 2026
A China-focused alternative to Saily
SinoConnection (华人通) is a US-based store rooted in the Chinese community. Like Saily, we sell travel eSIMs with an instant, scannable QR — but we specialize in China: plans that reach inside mainland China without a VPN, unlimited options for China, Japan and Korea, and real bilingual (English or Chinese) support from a store that's been here since 2001.
What Saily is known for
Saily is a travel eSIM from Nord Security — the NordVPN team — sold through its app with a focus on data packages and built-in security features like ad and tracker blocking. For privacy-minded travelers, it's a modern option.
How SinoConnection is different
We specialize in China. Our China plans route your data outside mainland China, so Google, WhatsApp and Instagram work the moment you land — no separate VPN to set up. We also offer genuinely unlimited plans for China, Japan and Korea, and real bilingual (English & Chinese) support from a bricks-and-mortar NYC store since 2001.
Who we're a good fit for
Anyone heading to China who wants connectivity that just works without configuring a VPN, travelers who prefer unlimited data, and people who want a real bilingual human to help — not only an app.
Browse our plans for 200+ destinations, or start with China, Japan and Korea.
Frequently asked questions
Is SinoConnection a good alternative to Saily?
If China is on your itinerary, yes. We specialize in no-VPN China access and unlimited China/Japan/Korea plans, with real bilingual support. Saily leans on its app and security features; we lean on China expertise and human help.
Do you have unlimited data?
Yes. Our China, Japan and Korea plans include genuinely unlimited-data options, delivered as an instant, scannable QR you install before you fly.
Does it work in China without a VPN?
Yes. Our China plans route your data outside mainland China, so Google, WhatsApp, Instagram and Gmail work the moment you land — no separate VPN required.
Can I get help in English or Chinese?
Yes. We're a US-based store with real bilingual support, so you can ask in English or Chinese and get real answers from an actual person.
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A bilingual, China-focused travel-eSIM store in Elmhurst, Queens, New York, trading since 2001. Over twenty years helping travellers and overseas Chinese get online. Questions reach a real person, in English or 中文: support@sinoconnection.com
Updated July 2026